Cruise
NCL Unveils Winter 2022-2023 Itineraries
Norwegian Cruise Line has opened for sale a wide-range of winter 2022 – 2023 worldwide cruises for 13 of its 18 ships, providing travellers with a wide array of warm-weather destinations to choose from for their next cruise vacation. In addition, Latitudes Members will receive an exclusive limited-time offer available on all ships and all destinations. The limited-time offers include 15% off cruise fares plus Bonus Latitudes Points for Latitudes Members. In addition, and for a limited time only, all guests can book all FIVE Free at Sea Offers including Free Open Bar, Free...
Windstar Picks Prelog As New President
Christopher Prelog has been named the new president of Windstar Cruises. Prelog will report to Andrew N. Todd, CEO of Windstar Cruises and of Xanterra Travel Collection (the Colorado-based group of companies that includes Windstar). Windstar’s new president began his career in the cruise industry with Seabourn, working first as a waiter, then in onboard hotel operations and finally as head of all ship operations before joining Windstar nearly four years ago. Now, Prelog will chart a course for the award-winning small ship cruise line, Seattle-based Windstar Cruises. Sail on...
Sailing Solo With European Waterways
European Waterways says the solo travel market continues to expand as a new "generation of healthier, independent and more confident single travellers take to the road” to see the world. European Waterways is addressing this fast-growing trend with the return of its exclusive “solo cruise” aboard Italy’s 20-passenger La Bella Vita, the largest vessel in its fleet. “Spacious and stylish, with all the modern conveniences including en suite, air-conditioned cabins, La Bella Vita is the only hotel barge sailing out of Venice to the Renaissance city of Mantua along the Po River...
Royal Caribbean Puts 2021 On The Itinerary
Tapping into market research and feedback from its guests and travel partners, Royal Caribbean International has adjusted its schedule with the goal of providing guests with greater variety for their 2021 adventures. Highlights of the updated summer cruises for 2021 include new 4- and 5-night Mediterranean getaways from Barcelona, and more island time in the Caribbean with ships sailing from additional, popular U.S. cruise ports next summer including Tampa, Fla. and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The new itineraries combined with Royal Caribbean ships and crew will deliver the signature...
Emerald Waterways Sets A Course To 2022
Emerald Waterways has announced that its 2022 European river cruise sailings are now available for booking. With 75% of the full schedule on sale now, travellers looking to book a 2022 getaway can choose from favorite itineraries on the Danube, Rhine, Moselle, Rhône, Saône and Douro rivers in Europe spanning more than a dozen countries. Guests booking any 2022 European river cruise by Dec. 31, 2020 will receive a discount based on length of cruise: those booking sailings of 15 days or longer will save CDN$3,000 per couple; sailings of eight to 14 days will save CDN$2,500 per...
Avalon Unveils 2022 Europe Itineraries Early
Avalon Waterways is unveiling a large selection of 2022 European itineraries, marking the earliest release in the company’s history, to meet demand and cater to travellers ready to book their next, best vacation. Stéphanie Bishop, managing director for the Globus family of brands, said that: “Thanks to a large number of travellers resetting 2020 vacation plans with Letters of Credit; early 2021 sales tied to a Panorama Suite upgrade offer as well as an increased interest in river cruising as an alternative for big ship cruising, we’re enjoying a wave of new bookings for...
Agents Can Get Certified With Carnival
Carnival Cruise Line is building on its “Onboard with You" pledge to travel advisors with the launch of a new eight-part online sales certification series designed to help agents enhance their sales skills and expand their business through proven marketing strategies. Led by Carnival’s business development managers, the twice weekly FUNdamentals of Successful Selling sessions will focus on a wide range of areas, including: Business Building Strategies Planning Fun, Memorable Vacations for Clients with Future Cruise Credits Using Social Media to Engage with Clients ...
Royal Caribbean Hosts Webinar Today
Richard Fain, the head of Royal Caribbean International, will be joining Vicki Freed, the cruise company's senior vice president of sales and trade support, for a webinar today. Coffee Talk With Vicki Freed starts at 12 pm EDT. "With the recent and encouraging announcement of the recommendations from the Healthy Sail Panel, this is a crucial webcast for your team and their travel partners to attend. He will of course provide his outlook on our industry and be there for any questions the travel partners might have," Royal Caribbean International says. The direct link for the...